Tyler Perry Releases Statement On Studio Fire [EXCLUSIVE]

After a section of his studios went up in flames last night, Tyler Perry has released an official statement to HelloBeautiful.com:

Atlanta firefighters responded immediately to a fire which damaged the backlot façade of one of the buildings at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. We are grateful that there were no injuries, and that 99 percent of the damage is limited to the backlot facade. Mr. Perry wishes to express his heartfelt thanks to the Atlanta fire department for their professionalism in their quick response and limiting the damage.